Labor & Taxes

Maternity in sports: what changes with new support approved in Parliament

Parliament approved bills on 16 October 2026 to strengthen maternity protection for high-performance and professional athletes. The measures include a monthly IPDJ allowance equivalent to the Social Support Index (IAS) for 360 days after childbirth for eligible athletes, maintenance of sports status and financial support, career-time credit, training adaptations, and contract extensions for professional athletes whose pregnancy falls in their final contract season. Additionally, the plan updates the annual IRS tax exemption limit for non-professional sports training grants to 2,910 euros and recognizes athlete guides for disabled competitors as high-performance sports agents.

Why it matters

If you are a professional or high-performance athlete in Portugal, new rules approved on 16 October 2026 provide financial support, contract protections, and career continuity during maternity.

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